Knowledge Hub: Bowling Balls
updated: December, 2025
This is the Bowling Balls Knowledge Hub, the perfect place to learn everything there is to know about bowling balls, from choosing a ball weight, to understanding cores and coverstocks, and learning how to get the perfect amount of hook. The articles below will get you on your way to becoming a bowling ball expert!
Learn About Bowling Balls
New, cutting-edge coverstocks and cores are coming out all the time in mid-performance balls and up. We take a quick look at how these new balls can improve your game and give you a few examples of the hottest new balls at each performance level.
Are you looking to build out your ball arsenal? Does it seem overwhelming thinking through all the options out there? Let us help to guide you through the process so you end up with the right balls in your bag.
Learn everything you need to know about bowling ball performance levels, from plastic for the beginner, to pro-level high performance balls.
If you already know everything there is to know about hook potential... take a look at the top 3 balls that really hook on the lanes!
Dive into the dynamic Two-Hander technique. What ball should a two-hander use?
Master the straightforward Straight-Bowler style. Can a straight bowler use any ball?
Discover the versatile Tweener bowling approach. Get ball recommendations for tweeners.
Understand the unique Spinner bowling style. What balls work best for spinners?
Learn about asymmetrical core bowling balls. They create more torque and a stronger breakpoint shape.
Learn about the smooth and controlled Stroker bowling style. See recommended balls for strokers.
Explore the high-rev, powerful Cranker technique. Learn the best gear for a cranker.
Learn how to choose the right weight of bowling ball for your game.Make sure to shop our top selling balls while you're here! These bowling balls are recommended by other customers.
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